Don't be shocked

I am writing another post so close to my last one.  Yes.  I'm actually bored in class right now, so I have no other choice but to post a post.  

We have been very busy.  Ginny and I are still working at the same place.  I am still in school for my master's degree. 

 Kaylor is becoming more a little person and less of a baby.  Heck, I'm not sure she was ever a baby, she was just small and unable to speak.  Now that she can speak, she is very sure of herself.  She is putting a lot of things together and very smart. She is also very trying and will even tell us, "nonono" and then do something that she knows we would disapprove of.  She has about six teeth on top and still the two on the bottom.  She knows where several body parts are : "eyes and teeth, sugar", hair, nose, elbow (which she repeats frequently in succession " eh-bow eh-bow eh-bow eh-bow eh-bow eh-bow"), belly button (she calls ball "bah"), knee, foot.  She impressed us by pointing out a picture of Jesus and saying his name.    She also asks for "tees" which is either cheese or keys, "boo" blueberries, "cackah" anything crunchy like pretzels, crackers, cookies, "shol shol" cereal, "mil" milk, "wah-wah" water or her frog blanket.  She also says a lot names "Unca" Uncle Donnie, "Bopba" Grandpa Lewis,  "Uhm-um" or "Mawmaw" Grandma Lewis, "Nana" banana or Noni/Grandma Garner, "Ah-Bea" Aunt Bea/Brandie/Ouizer.  She is climbing on everything, and wants to "thit" sit on everything higher than two inches from the ground.  

We have also started a new business adventure.  We are selling Tupperware.  We are in the beginning stages of it and we would love to help anyone with their Tupperware needs.  We are hoping it will take the place of my job and then Ginny can take it over once I graduate and am in a career.  I would love to know if anyone has any suggestions about starting a new business.  

In other news, my sister Ouizer is moving to California.  We are so excited to see her and can't wait until she gets here!  She is selling her house in Louisiana.  If anyone knows of someone looking for a 3BR 2BA house in Gonzales, please let me know!

Sassy-pants

So, we tried to get K dressed this morning.  Normally, this isn't the most idealistic situation (similar to changing her diaper-complete chaos!).  She has her own agenda and is not afraid of telling us what it is and how we are not following it.  Ginny tried to change her clothes, K screamed, got down from Ginny's lap, walked over to her toy train, climbed on top (the first time she's ever climbed on it), folded her arms, and gave us this pose.  "This is my day.  This is my house.  Get over it!"She is looking directly at Ginny.  Priceless.

Easter Bunny!

We started out the day for Kaylor's second Easter (her first that she could actually understand what was going on, somewhat) with her opening her basket.  She got some cool stuff.  We got her some shades because she normally steals our sunglasses and she has very quick hands! Also, some "poons."  We already had the bread pan, but apparently, she wanted it too. HA.

Then, we went to church in our cute little easter outfits.  (I think cute and little always have to go together, even though Kaylor's outfit was the only one that was little.) Ginny's mom made our outfits.  So, my vest and bow-tie, Ginny's skirt and Kaylor's dress.  There was also a head band from Ginny's skirt's material that Kaylor chose not to adorn. You are more than welcome to think I look like the Easter Bunny with my bow-tie.  Ginny has never been a fan of them, but she made an exception and surprised me for Easter.

Then, we went to Bopba and Uh-mum's to hang out for a bit and Kaylor got another Easter basket.  That Bunny is everywhere. If you look closely, Kaylor is saying "ooooo," as she carries the basket. 

Later, we went to Joe and Jeanette's for the Easter egg hunt.  Kaylor was thoroughly confused as to what to do.  Bopba helped her for a little bit, then when there were few eggs left, she started to get it.  Luckily, Uh-mum is in charge of stuffing the eggs, so Kaylor got plenty of loot; although, she doesn't really get any of it. 

Tryin' to get this kid to stand still is still a mystery.  So, we have several pictures of her from the back.  If she sees us taking a picture, she wants to come up to us and see the camera.  HA.  As you can see, she's pushing my hand away. 

This last picture is from a place here called Dickey's and they give free ice cream.  We ate dinner there a few days ago, and Kaylor needed a "poon" to eat it.  HA.  Yes, we are white trash and bring our kid to dinner in her pj's. HA

Is it almost February?

WOW!  Since you last saw the Garner family, not too much has changed.  Ginny is still working and I am still in school.  I am still working at Five Guys but have moved locations (long story).  But I'm at the location closer to our house, I have more hours and I am a lot happier there.  Even Ginny noticed a difference.  

I have been sick this last week.  Just some viral cough that is obviously going around.  I'm getting better but I hope and pray my girls don't get it.  Little kids coughing is unbearably sad.  

I am still in my first official class at UOPX.  It is only 6 class periods, but we had three holidays as well (Christmas, New Years and MLK); that's why it's taking so long.  I have two more classes and then I am done with this one.  It's a very interesting class about counseling the culturally diverse.  Our teacher is a little laid back which makes it much easier but it's still a fun class.  With UOPX, we break up into learning teams.  My learning team is three other students and we all work really well together.  

Ginny and I recently celebrated our 2nd anniversary.  We had sushi (YUMMMMM!!!) and then went shopping. 

 We also got ourselves a new bed.  It's the first actual bed we have had since we got married. Our box spring was injured in the move so we needed a new one anyway and we both wanted a headboard.  So, we took ourselves to Ikea and got one.  I've always wanted the one with the slats instead of a box spring.  We got the bed, brought it home and put it together.  It was a little labor intensive but we got it done and it looks amazing.  Below is the bed after it was completed with no mattress followed by the bed with the new duvet cover.

Hot Dog! Hot Dog! Hot Diggety Dog!

Our little girl turned one!  Ginny and the Aunties made some great decorations.  We invited all of our family and my parents were able to fly out as well.  Kaylor had a fun time!

My parents got this little couch for K.  She LOVES it.  It can fold out to a bed too. She loves to sit on things so we knew this would be best. 

Nanny took this picture of Kaylor in Aunt Bea's dress.  She really made that dress in 5 minutes.  Ginny made the 1.

Of course, Aunt Bea made both cakes for Kaylor.

This is the rest of the cake.

Our family.

Before

After

She didn't leave much.

WOW...I have a lot to post

So, our last few months have been filled with plenty to blog about.  I don't know if I can fit it all in one post, but I'll definitely sum up the highlights.

Ginny, Kaylor and I had a great Thanksgiving.  We spent it with Ginny's aunt and uncle and their family.  We snapped a little shot of us since we were looking super cute.  

Since Ginny has been working a lot, Kaylor and I have been spending a lot of time together.  I have some super cute shots of her, too.

Of course, she's walking (and climbing) everywhere.  We kept her toys in our ottoman for a while, so the last shot is her digging in there to get there very last one out.  She can say some words fairly clearly: 

• dadda
• momma
• ball
• bah-bye complete with a wave

She also says some other words she has made up that resemble the original one.

• rah-rah is her frog that she sleeps with or water
• mah-mah is mickey mouse, milk, and high five
• bah accompanied with distinct pointing is "What is that?"

She loves our iPhones and throws quite a fit if we don't let her have one of them.  She loves to just see the picture on the front of it and kiss it.  She is officially off of formula which is such a blessing.  She loves jelly sandwiches, peas, grilled cheese sandwiches, quesadillas and puffs.  She has been giving very grumpy faces to strangers and even to friends.  But she is very sweet and still sleeping well.  She has a bit of a runny nose but is in good spirits.

After Thanksgiving,  Ouizer and Dolly came to visit.  Well, first, we all went to Vegas.  Ouizer's company paid for a flight + 1 to go to Vegas.  Ginny, Kaylor and I drove up and spent a few days with them.  We tried to take them to as many of our favorite places as we could fit in the two days.  We had a blast.  While the girls went to their Christmas party, Ginny and I hid out in the bathroom so Kaylor could fall asleep in the room.  We set up a little pallet (blankets and pillows) to watch a movie until she knocked out.  Sadly, it's the only pictures I have from Vegas; especially since we went to Cane's to eat lunch the day we left (AMAZING!)  I guess what happens in Vegas, Stays in Vegas.  After Vegas, all of us came back and the aunties spent a little while with us. 

I won't mention the unmentionable happenings on our way back from Vegas.  All I can say is Dolly hates Canes and Hot Chocolate now and she left her boots on the freeway.

Of course, no trip to Cali is not complete without a trip to Ikea.  Kaylor and Dolly decided they needed to rest in the buggie.

Oh, and we also made a stop at the Happiest Place on Earth.

We also celebrated Kaylor's first birthday.  Ginny had the great idea of making it a Mickey Mouse Clubhouse themed party (thank you Pinterest).  

Aunt Bea (Ouizer) made Kaylor a cute pillow case dress.  More pics to come.

Dolly (Nanny), Ginny and I decided to be healthy and run a 5K.  We did the Reindeer Run for the YMCA in Chino.

                                        

And last but not least is Christmas.  We had our first official Christmas together as a family with just us.  We spent the Eve with Ginny's Aunt's family and then Christmas morning was just our little three.  Aunt Bea also made Kaylor a Christmas dress.  It is adorable.  

This is a picture of Kaylor at Ginny's parent's house in the dress Aunt Bea made.  It doesn't display exactly how cute it is but I loved it.  Thank Aunt Bea!

Ok, I think that covers everything.  Ginny and I are training for a half marathon.  We started jogging and are doing well.  We are looking to run one in about June.  Wish us luck!

Halloween-ween

We went trick or treating last night with Kaylor.  I tried getting some pictures of her during the actual act but it wasn't light enough outside.  A few days ago, we were able to snap a few pictures of her at the Pumpkin Patch.  Where we live, there is a place you can go to buy a pumpkin and there are some kiddy rides and such.  We took the opportunity to shoot a few pics. These are a few of the ones I took.  We also capture one of Sophie for her 10 month photo.